Music
Music
Make your mark in the music industry.
It's often said you need to "know someone" to enter the music business.
Now you do.
Whether you're looking for a new career, or already work in music and want to go further in your field, UCLA Extension's unparalleled training and connections can help take your career further, faster.
We have three comprehensive certificates and a shorter specialization to choose from, and we're home to one of the top film scoring programs in the world.
Learn from prominent guest speakers and instructors who are top industry professionals by day, and great teachers by night.
Find out how our programs are bound to be music to your ears.
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Music
Courses
MUSC X 441.5
Creating Commercial Sounding Masters
Explore the full potential of creating music using professional sound equipment to obtain industry standard clarity, as well as learning how to craft compelling artist performances and recording using software.
MUSC 702.1
Current Trends in the Film Scoring Industry and What Lies Ahead
A panel discussion with film composers about the a state of the film scoring industry with an eye toward the future
MUSC X 448.80
Do-It-Yourself Music Marketing
Learn the exhaustive process of DIY music sales and promotion from developing your brand and identifying your vision all the way to promotions and publicity while creating your own customized, low-budget marketing plan.
MUSC X 401.5
Elements of Hit Songwriting
Designed for both musicians and lyricists, this hands-on introduction to the craft of songwriting focuses on collaboration and teaches a step-by-step method for writing a professional-quality song.
MUSC X 451
Entrepreneurship for the Indie Artist
Learn exciting, new strategies to successfully launch your independent music career through establishing your brand, monetizing your efforts, harnessing the power of the internet, and building your fan base.